Clayton, North Carolina
7 days ago
Product Assembler I

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Are you ready to build what matters?  Build More Than Machines. Build a Career.  

 

Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begin on Day ONE and paid training.

 

Starting Pay Rate: $17.41/hour           

 

We don’t lead our industry - our people do.  Watch our Video to see our team build top-of-the-line Small Wheel Loaders.

 

As an Assembler at Caterpillar you will:

Follow documented procedures to perform safe and defect free assembly and adjustment of parts and components.

Leverage lean manufacturing concepts to support continuous improvement and waste elimination. 

Use industrial power tools for assembly and lifting devices to move heavy components.

Physical Requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation):

Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods

Willing and able to perform repetitive operations

Willing and able to lift up to 35 lbs

Basic Requirements:

At least 6 months of previous work or volunteer experience

Resumes are highly encouraged. Please do not submit a blank application (no work history or resume attached) as this may lead to disqualification.

 

Top Candidates will also have: 

Manufacturing experience

Heavy equipment machine assembly experience

 

Additional Information:  

 

Shift Schedule:

1st Shift:  Monday-Thursday, 6 am – 4:30 pm, occasional MANDATORY overtime shifts scheduled on Fridays as business needs require - currently scheduling 2 overtime shifts a month.

 

Employee benefit details

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Here you earn more than just an hourly wage. We offer a total rewards package that provides Day ONE benefits (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of a quarterly bonus. Additional benefits include paid holidays and paid time off.

 

Final details

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O.

Summary Pay Range:

$17.41 - $21.76

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Annual incentive bonus plan*

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Healthy Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates:

December 9, 2024 - December 30, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.     

EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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